Tax Senior

Ascend Partner Firms•Fort Collins, WY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. MHP is the largest regional CPA firm in Wyoming, dedicated to personalized customer service. The firm is deeply rooted in the Cheyenne community and offers a blend of tradition and modernization. Employees are encouraged to make their mark on the company and advance their careers, with an open-door policy from managers and partners. MHP fosters a team environment with community involvement and employee events. The firm strives for expertise and superior client service, priding itself on servant leadership.

Requirements

Have a Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of Tax experience
Friendly and professional
Highly organized and detail oriented
Willing to embrace moments of pressure and tight deadlines during busy season(s)
Take pride in your work
Consider “Client First” the heart of client service
Willingness to learn and desire for personal growth
Professionalism
Enjoy a challenge and working with multiple types of clients and industries
Enjoy working in a business casual work environment and the opportunity to have a flexible work arrangement

Nice To Haves

Master's degree/CPA preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Prepare and review tax returns for Individuals, Corporations, S-Corporations, Partnerships, Trusts, and Estates.
Must be able to work independently as well as within a team.
Senior Tax Associate must be professional at all times and will have recurring direct client contact.
This position involves critical thinking and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate must be able to work rapidly, accurately, and under pressure during tax season to meet tight deadlines.
Increased complexity level of projects.
Must demonstrate ability to take a messy trial balance and provide AJEs to correct it.
Prepare complete and accurate returns.
Review others’ returns.
Prepare documentation to support tax return calculations.
Ability to mentor Tax Associates.
Reviewing data input, identifying, and resolving technical issues.
Work closely with managers and partners and keep team informed on status.
Increased level of client communication while working on their tax return, and potentially throughout multiple years.
Understand federal, state, and local tax codes.
Thinking outside of the box is encouraged.
Share your ideas and opinions with your team.
Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis and apply what you learn to your assigned tasks.